Cristian Mungiu's Palme d'Or winner 'Fjord' gets preview screening in 90 Romanian cinemas

Cristian Mungiu's Palme d'Or winning film "Fjord" is set for a special preview screening in around 90 cinemas across Romania this Saturday. The film, which garnered international acclaim and multiple awards at the Cannes Film Festival, including the prestigious Palme d'Or, is inspired by a real-life case.

"Fjord" delves into the story of a Romanian-Norwegian family living in an isolated community near a Norwegian fjord. The narrative centers on a couple, portrayed by Sebastian Stan and Renate Reinsve, facing intervention from social services regarding their children and the complexities of parental education. Mungiu stated the film conveys a message about tolerance and coexistence.

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There is no money in the film's production budget, nor afterwards, to promote this film. Some films are made, but they have a minimal impact because there are no exhibition venues, there are no distribution budgets.

This marks Mungiu's directorial debut in English and follows his 2022 production "R.M.N.". The film has already secured four awards, including the François Chalais Prize, Citizenship Award, Ecumenical Jury Prize, and the International Critics' Prize. It is automatically in the running for an Oscar due to a new Academy rule.

However, Mungiu expressed concern over the film's promotion, noting the lack of funds for a robust Oscar campaign, which he estimates requires between 5 and 10 million euros. He is seeking private sector support, emphasizing that Romanian film budgets cannot cover such expenses. Despite these financial challenges, the film benefits from a strong distributor for its genre and supportive actors who can participate in promotional activities.

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Between 5 and 10 million euros